Scale Overview & Construct
10-item measure of awareness of the function of one's own behavior, assessing the ability to notice what drives and reinforces personal actions.
Purpose & Measurement Objectives
Instrument Specifications
Academic Citation & Instrument Provenance
When referencing this instrument in research, academic theses, or clinical institutional audits, please cite the original author publication:
Governance, Boundaries & Ethical Use
Imported from the OpenScales open item-bank project. This specific digital implementation has not been independently clinically validated by PsiQ — scores are for self-reflection, research, and educational purposes only.
License: CC BY 4.0. Citation: Pierce, B. G., & Levin, M. E. (in press). The Tacting of Function Scale: Assessing awareness of the function of behavior. Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tacting of Function Scale?
10-item measure of awareness of the function of one's own behavior, assessing the ability to notice what drives and reinforces personal actions.
How long does the Tacting of Function Scale take?
It takes about 4 minutes to answer all 10 questions. You can go at your own pace.
Is this test free, and is it available in Hindi?
Yes, it is free with a PsiQ account. The questions and answer options are available in English, Hindi and Hinglish.
Can this test diagnose a condition?
No. Online self-report scales are for self-reflection, education and research, not diagnosis. If you are worried about your mental health, please speak to a qualified mental-health professional.